January weather forecast
South Union, KY

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Weather in January

January, like December, in South Union, Kentucky, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Union, Kentucky, in January, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In South Union, in January, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In South Union, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a minimum average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How cold does it get in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in South Union, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in South Union?

In January, the average relative humidity in South Union is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout January, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does South Union have in January?

In South Union, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January in South Union, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Union have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In South Union, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
South Union, KY

Average temperature in January - South Union, KY
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
South Union, KY

Average pressure in January - South Union, KY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
South Union, KY

Average wind speed in January - South Union, KY
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
South Union, KY

Average humidity in January - South Union, KY
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
South Union, KY

Average rainfall in January - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
South Union, KY

Average rainfall days in January - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
South Union, KY

Average snowfall in January - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
South Union, KY

Average snowfall days in January - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
South Union, KY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - South Union, KY
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
South Union, KY

Average sunshine days in January - South Union, KY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in January
South Union, KY

Average UV index in January - South Union, KY
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
South Union, KY

Average cloud cover in January - South Union, KY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
South Union, KY

Average visibility in January - South Union, KY
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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